How To Fix FAGL_POST_SERVICE020 - Tax-relevant postings are not permitted for individual ledgers

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_POST_SERVICE - Messages for Package FAGL_POSTING_SERVICES

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Tax-relevant postings are not permitted for individual ledgers

What causes this issue?

Postings that have a ledger group specified (&V1&) must not be
tax-relevant.

System Response

The system issues an error message.

How to fix this error?

Either delete the tax code in the document or enter a document without a
ledger group.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE020 - Tax-relevant postings are not permitted for individual ledgers ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_POST_SERVICE020 indicates that tax-relevant postings are not allowed for individual ledgers in the context of the General Ledger (G/L) accounting. This error typically arises when you attempt to post a transaction that involves tax calculations to a ledger that is not configured to handle tax-relevant postings.
  Cause:
  
  Individual Ledger Configuration: The individual ledger you are trying to post to is not set up to allow tax-relevant postings. In SAP, certain ledgers can be configured to exclude tax postings, especially if they are used for specific reporting or regulatory purposes.
  Posting Type: The type of posting you are attempting may not be compatible with the ledger settings. For example, if you are trying to post a tax-related transaction to a ledger that is designated for non-tax postings, this error will occur.
  Document Type: The document type used for the posting may not be allowed for tax-relevant postings in the specified ledger.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Ledger Configuration: Review the configuration of the individual ledger in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Ensure that the ledger is set up to allow tax-relevant postings.
  
  Transaction Code: OB22 (for document types) or OBY6 (for ledgers).
  
  
  Change Posting Ledger: If the individual ledger is not meant to handle tax postings, consider posting the transaction to a different ledger that is configured to allow tax-relevant postings.
  Review Document Type: Ensure that the document type you are using for the posting is compatible with tax-relevant postings. You may need to adjust the document type settings or use a different document type that allows tax postings.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unsure about the configuration or need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for more detailed guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on how to resolve it.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to General Ledger accounting and individual ledgers to understand the implications of tax-relevant postings.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform test postings to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAGL_POST_SERVICE020 error and implement a suitable solution.